On Our Radar
Faces, places, treasures, and trends that caught our attention
JEFF AND SUSIE BERG, PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
New Milford residents Susie and Jeff Berg operate H.A. Dunne & Company—with a collection of photographs from 1880 to 1950—offering a look into the history of NYC.
MIKE YAMIN
A new location for a local favorite means a sunnier space for those who enjoy the tasty breakfast, lunch, and dinner (plus donuts!) at Dottie's Diner in Woodbury. by veronica day
Dirk and Sam Sabin in the Riverside Amphitheater they designed at the Green Spot in New Milford, where they maintain an office overlooking the East Aspetuck River. Photo by Mike Yamin.
Landscape architects, Dirk and Sam Sabin (a father/son team), say that winter is the time to assess your garden’s form, enjoy its winter beauties, and plan for the soft warm ground of May.
KATE GORHAM, PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
As the owner of The Golden Button in Woodbury, Kate Gorham wants people to take time out of their busy schedules and their chaotic lives, sit down and relax, and have fun while learning.
The guest rooms at The Falls Village Inn are intimate and freshly updated. With classic cocktails and lagers in the Tap Room and hearty American fare in the Eatery, it's no wonder the historic Inn is a popular gathering place for locals and visitors alike.
KATHRYN MCCARVER ROOT, PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
Kathryn McCarver Root, founder and owner of KMR Arts Gallery in Washington, has opened a significant exhibition of photographs by Lisa Elmaleh that create a visual narrative of Appalachia and the Musicians of West Virginia. BY SARAH PARKER YOUNG
The art of giving goes local, with our holiday gift guide featuring the best from area artisans, artists, authors, and craftspeople.
VERONICA DAY
A new restaurant opens up in Woodbury and brings a great vibe to the area. With a bustling bar scene and an impressive array of dishes on its menu, be prepared to wait for a table.
STACEY MATTHEWS, PHOTOGRAPHED BY CONSTANCE SCHIANO
Washington resident and powerhouse broker Stacey Matthews recently sat down with Happening in the Hills in her light-filled home to talk about lifestyle, fashion and country life. BY SARAH PARKER YOUNG
Where do you go when you've fallen in love with the Litchfield Hills? We asked some of the area's residents to share their personal favorites.
PETER MONTGOMERY, PHOTOGRAPHED BY CONSTANCE SCHIANO.
With today's interest in home gardening, Peter Montgomery believes that "home orchards" are the next logical step. He is on a mission to help home owners in reviving old apple trees, planting new orchards, and maintaining them.
ARTIST TOM HLAS WITH PAINTING "GOING HOME", PHOTOGRAPHED BY MIKE YAMIN
A colorist with an unbounded love for the land, abstract artist Tom Hlas finds inspiration in the rural surroundings of Northwestern Connecticut, as well as in the memories of the Iowa farmland where he was raised.
